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Emirates is First Airline to Conduct Rapid COVID-19 Passenger Tests

2020-04-16 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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Emirates Airlines has just begun a “first-ever” industry attempt to help-reopen the air travel market via on site coronavirus testing.

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New IATA Data Reveals Travel Slowdown

2014-08-19 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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A recently released IATA assessment of premium and economy travel for June reveals air traffic slowing over a confidence dip and other factors.

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US Airways Sabre Deal Calms Travel War Waters

2011-03-01 by Phil Butler

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In airline travel news, US Airways just announced the signing of a multi year contract for full content distribution and merchandising with Sabre Travel Network. This latest news, pertinent to the ongoing wars between the various online agents and service providers, is at least a positive sign for global distribution players.

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Cretan Cockroaches Outpacing Tourists

2025-07-12 By Iorgos Pappas

Cretan cockroaches are driving tourists to distraction, especially during Crete’s neglected summer months.

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Tourists Alarmed as Crete’s Tourism Faces Threat from Illegal Migration Crisis

2025-07-12 By Manuel Santos

Major tourism groups on Crete strongly oppose plans for migrant reception facilities, warning government officials about the risks to the island’s image and economy.

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Minos Palace Resort Is Crete’s Newest Longevity Hideout

2025-07-12 By Victoria Udrea

Bluegr Hotels & Resorts opened Nao at Minos Palace Resort in Crete—Greece’s boldest longevity hub, blending ancient wisdom with new science under expert medical guidance.

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Over 120 Alltours Agents Invade Crete

2025-07-12 By Iorgos Pappas

From April to June, Danaos Travel hosted over 120 Alltours tourism professionals on six familiarization trips across Crete.

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Sabbionara Gate Restoration Moves Forward

2025-07-12 By Ion Bogdan V.

The Sabbionara Gate restoration project in Heraklion finally moves forward after years of delays and legal challenges.

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